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Review: Greg Phillips. Photos: David Harris. The music and mythology surrounding Joy Division and New Order have stalked me since I was a young teenager. Seeing
“We’re bringing a lot of shit we ain’t played in years down there. Will be fun!” – John Dwyer The “greatest live band in the world”, Osees
C. F. Martin & Co.® introduces four new acoustic guitars that bring together history, innovation, and player-driven design: the 5-28 Terz, OM-35 Inception, Custom Shop 0-18, and Custom Shop 0-28. 5-28
Acclaimed UK singer-songwriter Grace Petrie is returning to Australia and Aotearoa in February and March 2027, with a long-awaited tour that reunites one of Britain’s most
For decades, guitarists have accepted an uneven string response as part of the instrument’s character. Whether it’s the notoriously loud G string on an electric or
For over five decades, LOUDON WAINWRIGHT III has carved out a singular place in modern songwriting, whose work can be sharply funny, heart-wrenching and always deeply personal. Now, Loudon Wainwright III
An accessible version of a timeless Gibson model, previously a Guitar Center Exclusive, now with a larger split diamond custom inlay to better match its Gibson counterpart, and includes a premium
BOSS announces exciting updates to its popular lineup of guitar gig bags. Electric and acoustic guitar models have been refreshed with numerous feature improvements, and there’s also
SNIPPETZ: THURSDAY July 16, 2026 This week’s Snippetz includes: Alex Lahey, Eva Under Fire, Hypnosis Therapy, Enslaved, Anthrax, The Huxton Creepers, The Vernons, Asha Jefferies,
In February 2027, DEL AMITRI return to Australia and New Zealand with Past to Present: Four Decades of Their Greatest Hits a celebratory tour showcasing the songs that defined their
Singer-songwriter Lior will launch the new Strings and Voices concert series at Melbourne’s Hawthorn Arts Centre on Saturday, August 1, performing an intimate retrospective with
Brisbane Winter Sessions Festival returns this August with two weeks of live entertainment across 12 venues, 30-plus artists and 14 events. The 2026 program brings together
Live Nation has today announced an extensive Australia and New Zealand tour from revered US rock band Queens of the Stone Age, set to take place across December
A legend returns. The 1971 Flying V Medallion puts you in the lineage of hard rock, from Michael Schenker to Kirk Hammett. Handcrafted in Nashville, it
After a long wait, get ready for the triumphant return of THE HELLACOPTERS who will be joining forces with their brothers in rock, for their first time Down
When Billie Joe Armstrong stepped onto the stage with Green Day at the 2026 Super Bowl, fans and guitarists noticed something new behind him: a striking
Review: Bryget Chrisfield. Photos: Laura Manariti It doesn’t get much better than celebrating 50 years of NAIDOC Week with Emma Donovan and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra,
Beloved UK indie‑rock trio The Cribs; brothers Gary, Ryan and Ross Jarman will return to Australia in October 2026 for their first national tour since 2018, celebrating the release
Frontier Touring is pleased to announce the triumphant return of Bryan Adams, bringing his electrifying Roll With The Punches world tour to Australia and New Zealand in February and March 2027. One of the most enduring
KIP MOORE (USA) ANNOUNCES KINGSWOOD AS SPECIAL GUESTS ON REASON TO BELIEVE: UP CLOSE AUSTRALIAN TOUR REASON TO BELIEVE ALBUM OUT NOW Landing down under this October, and
C. F. Martin & Co.® has announced the launch of two new Shawn Mendes signature guitars: the limited-edition 000-28 Shawn Mendes and the Road Series 000-10E Shawn Mendes. Inspired by
ONGAKU MUSIC FESTIVAL ANNOUNCED FOR OCTOBER 24-25 featuring FLOW (Japan) + DOES (Japan) + Closure in Moscow Bird’s Robe, SMASH & Animaga have teamed up to
Fresh from the release of his acclaimed new album An Unnameable Desire, Australian guitar virtuoso Plini is preparing for an extensive Australian and New Zealand tour,
This marks the official beginning of a landmark musical journey as Victoria Mary Clarke & Rubyworks announce the upcoming release of ‘20th Century Paddy –
Tig is a storyteller, deep thinker and even deeper feeler. She has a remarkable ability to distill big emotions into dreamy folk-pop time capsules. Her intensely
SNIPPETZ: THURSDAY July 9, 2026 This week’s Snippetz includes: Declan O’Rourke, Wren Akrose, Tanya George, Nathan Coutts, Dolder, Kamelot, Jack Gray, Charlie Ivan, Courtneneers, Craig
Undeniably one of the most emotionally resonant and stylistically agile bands in heavy music today, 2027 will see the welcomed return of DAYSEEKER back to Australian shores, set
For more than 37 years, Steve Hogarth has fronted Marillion with one of progressive rock’s most distinctive and emotionally expressive voices. Yet despite the band’s
MG Live, Frontier Touring and Arena Touring are thrilled to announce that global R&B icons Boyz II Men are returning to Australia and New Zealand in November and December for a run of outdoor and arena shows. Joining them
TEG Live announced today that Arizona rock icons Jimmy Eat World will tour Australia celebrating the 25th anniversary of their seminal album Bleed American. The tour
Eric Church’s relationship with Epiphone stretches back to the very beginning of his career. Long before he was filling stadiums and collecting awards, a 13-year-old Church
Ernie Ball Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer of premium guitar strings, bass strings and musical instrument accessories, today announced that it has entered into a definitive
Australia is invited to turn it up for Bon Scott’s 80th birthday. Official Let There Be Bon – The #Bon80 Fan & Venue Downloadable Pack, new
Frontier Touring is thrilled to announce Benson Boone will bring his 2026 Wanted Man Tour Down Under this November, performing multiple arena dates in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne. Kicking off his 35-date U.S. leg of
Dave Mustaine’s epic tone is powered by Seymour Duncan humbuckers. The Thrash Factor pickup set recreates Dave’s iconic sound and is now available in a variety
PALEFACE SWISS are the fastest rising force in heavy music today. Anyone who has borne witness to their live shows, critics and fans alike, can attest that their